1992 BMW 540 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 540 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
